Invotone iLINK User manual

iLINK
SPLITTER/MIXER
SPLITTER/MIXER
iLINK
USER'S MANUAL
NF03825-1.0

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR
THE BACK PANEL OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
THERE ARE NO PARTS NEEDED BY USER
INSIDE THE EQUIPMENT. FOR SERVICE,
PLEASE CONTACT QUALIFIED SERVICE
CENTERS.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock
and fire, do not expose this equipment
to moisture or rain.
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Dispose of this product should
not be placed in municipal waste
and should be separate collection.
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Move this Equipment only with a cart,
stand, tripod, or bracket,
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
Equipment. When
a cart is used, use
caution when
moving the cart /
equipment
combination to
avoid possible
injury from tip-over.
Permanent hearing loss may be caused by
exposure to \ extremely high noise levels.
The US. Government's Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specified the permissible exposure to noise
level.
These are shown in the following chart:
HOURS X DAY SPL EXAMPLE
According to OSHA, an exposure to high SPL in
excess of these limits may result in the loss of
heat. To avoid the potential damage of heat, it is
recommended that Personnel exposed to
equipment capable of generating high SPL use
hearing protection while such equipment is
under operation.
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0,25 or less
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train
Subway train
High level desktop monitors
Classic music concert
Rock concert
Small gig
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the
presence of un-insulated and dangerous voltages
within the product enclosure. These are voltages that
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
shock or death.
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to
important operating and maintenance instructions.
Please read.
Protective Ground Terminal
AC mains (Alternating Current)
Hazardous Live Terminal
ON: Denotes the product is turned on.
OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.
The apparatus shall be connected to a mains
socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.
The mains plug or an appliance coupler is used
as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
CAUTION
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.
Read this Manual carefully before operation.
Keep this Manual in a safe place.
Be aware of all warnings reported
with this symbol.
Keep this Equipment away from water and
moisture.
Clean it only with dry cloth. Do not use
solvent or other chemicals.
Do not damp or cover any cooling opening.
Install the equipment only in accordance with
the Manufacturer's instructions.
Power Cords are designed for your safety. Do
not remove Ground connections! If the plug
does not fit your AC outlet, seek advice from
a qualified electrician. Protect the power
cord and plug from any physical stress to
avoid risk of electric shock. Do not place
heavy objects on the power cord. This could
cause electric shock or fire.
Unplug this equipment when unused for long
periods of time or during a storm.
Refer all service to qualified service personnel
only. Do not perform any servicing other than
those instructions contained within the
User's Manual.
To prevent fire and damage to the product,
use only the recommended fuse type as
indicated in this manual. Do not short-circuit
the fuse holder. Before replacing the fuse,
make sure that the product is OFF and
disconnected from the AC outlet.

IN THIS MANUAL
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS..............................................................3
3. APPLICATIONS.........................................................................6
4. INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONS............................................8
1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................2
5. BLOCK DIAGRAM.....................................................................10
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................11

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The iLINK splitter/mixer is equipped with following features:
Thank you for purchasing INVOTONE iLINK splitter/mixer. iLINK is a good solution for many
stage and studio applications, because you can use it as a splitter or mixer.
just apply the main signal input from the MAIN IN sockets, and select
the SPLITTER mode for each individual channel, then six mono outputs
By pressing the MAIN MIX button, two further outputs can be provided.
select the MIXER mode for individual channel, and the input
signal from the mono input, then six input signals can be mixed together, and output from
the MAIN OUT. By pressing the MAIN MIX button, two further inputs can be provided.
Please take your time to read this manual before using the unit, and you will be the real
master of your iLINK.
For using as splitter,
are available.
For using as mixer, connect
1 rack unit.
SPLIT / MIX switch for each mono channel.
2 input, 6+2 outputs splitter.
Balance / Pan control for each channel.
Main input and output level control.
MAIN LINK function allows to route the MAIN IN signal to MAIN OUT, vice versa.
Level meters for each channel.
XLR balanced connectors for 4 mono channels, and TRS type for another 2 mono channels.
Dual voltage unit for global operation.
1.INTRODUCTION
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6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO
INPUTS
Connectors XLR and 1/4" TRS
Type RF filtered, servo-balanced input
Impedance 50 kOhms balanced, 25 kOhms unbalanced
Nominal operating level
-10 dBV to +4 dBu
Max. input level +21 dBu balanced and unbalanced
CMRR Typ. 40 dB, > 55 dB @ 1 kHz
AUDIO
OUTPUTS
Connectors XLR and 1/4" TRS
Type Electronically servo-balanced output stage
Impedance 60 Ohms balanced, 30 Ohms unbalanced
Max. output level +22 dBu balanced and unbalanced
SYSTEM
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency response
S/N ratio
THD
5 Hz to 200 kHz, +/- 3 dBu
>95 dBu, unweighted, 22 Hz to 22 kHz
0.002 % typ. @ +4 dBu, 1kHz, gain 1
FUNCTION
CONTROLS
Main input level
Main output level
Level
Balance/pan
variable
variable
variable for each channel
placing in the stereo field
FUNCTION
SWITCHES
Main Link
Split/mix
links the main input signal to the main output
changeover from split to mix mode for each channel
INDICATORS
Input level (main)
Output level (main)
Input/output level
6-digit LED display: -18/-12/-6/0/+12/Clip
6-digit LED display: -18/-12/-6/0/+12/Clip
6-digit LED display: -18/-12/-6/0/+12/Clip
POWER
SUPPLY
Mains Voltages U.K./Australia
Europe
USA/Canada 120V ~, 60 Hz
240V ~, 50 Hz
230V ~, 50 Hz
Power Consumption max. 15 Watts
Fuse 100 - 120 V ~: T 500 mA H
220 - 240 V ~: T 315 mA H
Mains Connection Standard IEC receptacle
PHYSICAL
Dimensions *H(W*D ) 483(W) 195(D) 44(H)mm (19" 7.54" 1.7")
Net Weight 2.6 kg(5.73lb)
Shipping Weight 3.5 kg

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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS
FRONT PANEL
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iLINK
SPLITTER/MIXER
1. MAIN INPUT LEVEL control
Use this knob to adjust the level of the main input signal. The adjustable range goes from
- to +10dB.
2. INPUT LEVEL meter
This 6-digit meter indicates the level of the main input signal. If the CLIP LED is lighting,
reduce the input signal to avoid any distortion.
3. MAIN LINK control
Use this switch to link the MAIN IN with the MAIN OUT.
4. MAIN OUTPUT LEVEL control
Use this knob to adjust the level of the main output signal. The adjustable range goes from
- to +10dB.
5. OUTPUT LEVEL meter
This 6-digit meter indicates the level of the main output signal. If the CLIP LED is
lighting reduce the main signal to avoid any distortion.
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BALANCE
BALANCE
BALANCE
PAN
PAN
PAN
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH1
CH2
CH3
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3
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MAIN_LEFT MAIN_LEFT
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3
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3
2
1
3
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MAIN_RIGHT MAIN_RIGHT
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4 2
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BALANCE
BALANCE
BALANCE
PAN
PAN
PAN
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
SPLIT/MIX
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH4
CH5
CH6
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5. BLOCK DIAGRAM